Emerson Royal has admitted that he felt very comfortable in Ryan Mason's Tottenham team following a change in formation. Operating in a 3-4-3 system over the past 18 months under both Antonio Conte and Cristian Stellini, Spurs' new acting head coach changed things up slightly for the visit of Crystal Palace.
Playing in 4-4-2 when they were not on the ball as they looked to frustrate the Eagles, Spurs then switched to 3-4-3 when in possession. That meant Emerson Royal was utilised as a right-back and then on the right of a back three when the team were pushing on and looking to score.
Having his struggles in a right wing-back role during his time in north London as he has played the vast majority of his career as a right-back, the change from Mason certainly benefitted the 24-year-old.
